[It's a good thing he doesn't actually clock him in the jaw because he'd be apologizing profusely and flailing even more if he did; alas, he can't help that he gets a little flaily when he gets flustered.
Izuku would also be more than happy to combine both a massage and a hot bath together, and if he can use his hands to help release some tension in Shouto's shoulders and back - or anywhere else, really - then he'll be thrilled he can help Shouto relax.
He's about to say as much, but his words die off when Shouto cups his face like that, and oh look, there's that feeling like he's melting into a happy puddle again. He smiles brightly in return and lifts a hand up to cup Shouto's against his face, closing his eyes and rubbing his cheek into the gentle touch while soaking in the warm feelings of affection it causes.] I'd really like that... I'll stay for as long as you want me to.
[He opens his eyes to look at Shouto with firm devotion, his gaze carrying the double implication that while he does mean simply staying the night here, he also means staying with Shouto for as long as he wants him to stay, and even after. Even if, god forbid, this doesn't work out between them in the longer run - although Izuku will fight with everything that he has to ensure that it will - he's never going to stop at the very least being Shouto's friend.
Which carries him into his next answer to Shouto's words, nodding firmly with a reassuring grin. He feels concern for that surprised look and the little tremor he feels, but instead of questioning if he's okay, Izuku focuses on putting Shouto's mind a little more at rest. Uraraka? Sure, he might have had a crush on her once upon a time, but he'd never felt as intensely about her as he did about Shouto. Bakugou? There was way too much complicated history between them even if the idea of him dating Bakugou didn't make him want to laugh incredulously. And Camie? He hardly even knew her.] I'm sure, Shouto. Do you have any idea how long it's been since I first wanted to ask you on a date? I'm not going to change my mind, not after how long I've been wanting you. If it makes you feel uncomfortable, we don't have to tell my mom. But if you're just worried about what she might think, I promise you don't have anything to be concerned about.
[Izuku lowers his gaze, fidgeting a little in a twinge of nervousness.] Honestly, I'm a little worried about meeting your mom too... and I'd really like it if Endeavor thought I was worthy enough to stand beside you since he's the number one hero... but even if he doesn't... [And Izuku looks back up at him with an almost cheeky grin.] then that's okay because one day, I'm going to be the greatest hero and he'll have to acknowledge me then, right? I'll make him see I'm worthy.
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Izuku would also be more than happy to combine both a massage and a hot bath together, and if he can use his hands to help release some tension in Shouto's shoulders and back - or anywhere else, really - then he'll be thrilled he can help Shouto relax.
He's about to say as much, but his words die off when Shouto cups his face like that, and oh look, there's that feeling like he's melting into a happy puddle again. He smiles brightly in return and lifts a hand up to cup Shouto's against his face, closing his eyes and rubbing his cheek into the gentle touch while soaking in the warm feelings of affection it causes.] I'd really like that... I'll stay for as long as you want me to.
[He opens his eyes to look at Shouto with firm devotion, his gaze carrying the double implication that while he does mean simply staying the night here, he also means staying with Shouto for as long as he wants him to stay, and even after. Even if, god forbid, this doesn't work out between them in the longer run - although Izuku will fight with everything that he has to ensure that it will - he's never going to stop at the very least being Shouto's friend.
Which carries him into his next answer to Shouto's words, nodding firmly with a reassuring grin. He feels concern for that surprised look and the little tremor he feels, but instead of questioning if he's okay, Izuku focuses on putting Shouto's mind a little more at rest. Uraraka? Sure, he might have had a crush on her once upon a time, but he'd never felt as intensely about her as he did about Shouto. Bakugou? There was way too much complicated history between them even if the idea of him dating Bakugou didn't make him want to laugh incredulously. And Camie? He hardly even knew her.] I'm sure, Shouto. Do you have any idea how long it's been since I first wanted to ask you on a date? I'm not going to change my mind, not after how long I've been wanting you. If it makes you feel uncomfortable, we don't have to tell my mom. But if you're just worried about what she might think, I promise you don't have anything to be concerned about.
[Izuku lowers his gaze, fidgeting a little in a twinge of nervousness.] Honestly, I'm a little worried about meeting your mom too... and I'd really like it if Endeavor thought I was worthy enough to stand beside you since he's the number one hero... but even if he doesn't... [And Izuku looks back up at him with an almost cheeky grin.] then that's okay because one day, I'm going to be the greatest hero and he'll have to acknowledge me then, right? I'll make him see I'm worthy.